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LILY SUPERMARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

LILY SUPERMARKET 9863 S EWING AVE, CHICAGO 60617 Grocery Store
May 24, 2013 Canvass License #1383262
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL /DATE COOKED TAMALES IN COOLER. MUST PROPERLY ORGANIZE MEAT AND DELI MEAT COOLER.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL TISSUE DEVICE IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND TOWEL DEVICE IN MEAT DELI PREP AREA.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING AREAS NOT CLEAN MUST BE CLEAN/MAINTAINED:STORAGE SHEVES (PEANUTS,CHIPS,BREAD,ALL PREP AREA SHELVES),INTERIOR OF MEAT SAW,STORAGE SHEVES IN BASEMENT AREA,ALL SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS IN BASEMENT,AROUND DISPLAY BREAD,PRODUCE SHELVES.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS IN COOKING PREP AREA ,AND WASHROOM NOT CLEAN OF HEAVY DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN.ALSO SEAL ALONG ALL BASEBOARD IN WASHROOM TO PREVENT HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS IN COOKING PREP AREA ,AND WASHROOM NOT CLEAN OF HEAVY DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN.ALSO SEAL ALONG ALL BASEBOARD IN WASHROOM TO PREVENT HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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